The running gear ECO Air COMPACT HD, now available from BPW, reliably withstands the greater stresses that arise in standard off-road operations

Press release - 9 May 2017 15:08

BPW initiates series production of air suspension ECO Air COMPACT HD

Designed for demanding nine-tonne applications
Ideal solution for tippers and moving floor trailers
HD shock absorbers as standard for vehicles with occasional off-road duties

Wiehl, 09.05.2017 --- BPW is now supplying its air suspension ECO Air COMPACT HD (EAC HD). Featuring the familiar two-part cast trailing arms, this modular air suspension has been further improved for the challenges encountered by nine-tonne axles with drum or disc brakes, and to withstand the greater stresses that arise in standard off-road operations.

For the heavy-duty version, BPW has systematically enhanced the characteristics of its proven air suspension ECO Air COMPACT. Innovative laser machining has optimised the geometry of the contact surfaces and the metallurgical properties of the interface between the axle beam, cast trailing arm and air bag beam. These additional manufacturing processes have made the mounting even more robust. As a consequence, the proven EAC air suspension is now suitable for operating environments that present tougher challenges. EAC HD is an ideal solution for transport companies that operate both on-road and off-road. By installing an HD shock absorber as standard, BPW has created an air suspension system that is especially suitable for tippers.

The reliability of the new air suspension axle system for on-road and off-road operations is underpinned by BPW's 5+3-year ECO Plus Warranty with unlimited mileage, which applies to all ECO Air COMPACT HD purchases. The shock absorber, air bag and brake cylinder are covered by a 3-year warranty.

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About BPW Bergische Achsen KG
BPW Bergische Achsen KG is the parent company of the BPW Group. With more than 1,600 employees, including around 120 trainees, the family-run company has been developing and producing complete running gear systems for truck trailers and semi-trailers at its headquarters in Wiehl since 1898. BPW’s technologies include axle systems, brake technology, suspension and bearings. BPW’s trailer axles and running gear systems are in use in millions of vehicles around the world. An extensive range of services also provides vehicle manufacturers and vehicle operators with the opportunity to increase economic efficiency in their production and transport processes. www.bpw.de/en

About BPW Group
BPW Group, based in Wiehl, Germany, is a dependable international mobility and system partner for the transport industry, serving as a one-stop shop for innovative solutions. Its portfolio embraces axles, suspension systems and brake technologies (BPW), locking systems and bodywork technology (Hestal), lighting systems (Ermax), composite technologies (HBN-Teknik), and user-friendly telematics applications for trucks and trailers (idem telematics). BPW Group’s technologies and services support manufacturers’ cost-effective workflows and enable vehicle operators to manage their fleets efficiently by maximising the transparency of loading and transport processes. The owner-managed BPW Group encompasses more than 60 companies worldwide and employs around 6,400 people. www.wethinktransport.com

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BPW air suspension ECO Air COMPACT HD now adopted as standard for Knapen moving floor trailers

Knapen Trailers, the Dutch manufacturer of moving floor trailers is underlining its trust in BPW quality for its vehicles. With immediate effect the company is equipping its trailers with the new reinforced BPW air suspension ECO Air COMPACT HD (EAC HD).

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About BPW Bergische Achsen Kommanditgesellschaft
BPW Bergische Achsen KG is the parent company of the BPW Group. With around 1,500 employees, including around 100 trainees, the family-run company has been developing and producing complete running gear systems for truck trailers and semi-trailers at its headquarters in Wiehl since 1898. BPW’s technologies include axle systems, brake technology, suspension and bearings. BPW’s trailer axles and running gear systems are in use in millions of vehicles around the world. An extensive range of services also provides vehicle manufacturers and vehicle operators with the opportunity to increase economic efficiency in their production and transport processes. www.bpw.de/en

About the BPW Group
The BPW Group researches, develops and manufactures everything needed to ensure that transport keeps moving and is safe, illuminated, intelligent and digitally connected. With its brands BPW, Ermax, HBN, HESTAL and idem telematics, the company group is a preferred system partner of the commercial vehicle industry around the globe for running gear, brakes, lighting, fasteners and superstructure technology, telematics and other key components for trucks, trailers and buses. The BPW Group offers comprehensive mobility services for transport businesses, ranging from a global service network to spare parts supply and intelligent networking of vehicles, drivers and freight. The owner-operated company group currently employs around 6,830 staff in 27 countries and achieved consolidated sales of 1.745 billion euros in 2023. www.bpw.de/en